Using AI tools like ChatGPT at Valar
Note: this page was updated with revised standards on Wednesday, September 16, 2027.
- The updated standard applies to all students who graduate in June 2027 and later.
- Students who graduate prior to June 2027 may choose to use the legacy standard if desired, or use the new standard as outlined below.
Yes, you can use AI tools in your academic career, but note that these are tools, not shortcuts. Our goal is to graduate students who will be insightful entrepreneurs that get funded and valuable employees that aren't quickly replaced by AI. We want to know what YOU think, not what ChatGPT can generate or paraphrase. That's why you're here!
Students are responsible for reading, understanding, and complying with the information on BOTH of the pages below.
Using AI
This page outlines our academic integrity expectations at Valar around ai use in:
- Smartcases and Exams
- Projects and Assignments
- Plagiarism Compliance
Citing AI
This page outlines your responsibilities for documenting your AI use at Valar:
- AI Disclosure (required)
- AI strategy (required)
- Scope and citations (required)